Saint John Today
Monday, September 28, 2026
Local News
Confirmed: Saint John is preparing for another busy cruise-ship day. Royal Caribbean’s Vision of the Seas is scheduled to arrive at Port Saint John at about 10 a.m. today and depart Tuesday at about 4 p.m. Cancelled
Developing: I found no major new City Hall announcement or breaking local-news story that could be independently confirmed this morning. The City’s next scheduled regular Common Council meeting is October 5; there is no regular meeting today.
Roads and Traffic
Confirmed: The Germain Street closure has been extended through the end of today, September 28, because of unforeseen circumstances. Northbound Germain Street remains closed to through traffic between Princess Street and Grannan Street. Businesses remain open.
Motorists should follow posted signs and watch for pedestrians and construction crews.
City of Saint John — Germain Street Traffic Advisory
Police and Public Safety
Confirmed: Saint John Police continue to warn residents about a significant increase in online job scams, cryptocurrency investment fraud and AI-related extortion. Police reported nearly $200,000 in losses in a single day from these scams.
Developing: No newer Saint John Police media release dated September 28 was found in this morning’s search. Residents should use 506-648-3333 for non-emergency police matters and 911 for emergencies. Saint John Police Force
Business and Economy
Confirmed: Cruise activity remains an important part of Saint John’s fall economy. The September schedule lists 28 cruise calls, with approximately 106,000 passengers and crew expected through the port during the month.
Developing: No significant new Saint John business announcement was confirmed this morning.
Events Today
Vision of the Seas cruise call — approximately 10 a.m. arrival.- Tours of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception — 9:30–11:30 a.m.
- Discover Indigenous Heritage Through Storytelling — 10 a.m.–noon, Saint John Newcomers Centre.
- Outreach Take-Out Lunch — noon–12:30 p.m., St. Luke’s Anglican Church.
- Saint John Grief Café — 2–4 p.m., 55 Drury Cove Road.
- NB Southern Mustangs Owners weekly gathering — 6–8 p.m., McAllister Place.
Your Saint John Events Calendar
Weather
Confirmed: Environment Canada is forecasting a cloudy Monday with showers beginning in the morning, with 10–15 mm of rain possible. Winds from the northeast will be around 20 km/h, gusting to 40 km/h, with a high near 15°C. Showers continue tonight, with a low around 10°C.
Bay of Fundy Tides
For Monday, September 28, Saint John tide predictions are approximately:
| Tide | Time | Height |
|---|---|---|
| High | 1:10 a.m. | 8.07 m / 26.48 ft |
| Low | 7:27 a.m. | 1.24 m / 4.07 ft |
| High | 1:28 p.m. | 8.25 m / 27.07 ft |
| Low | 7:52 p.m. | 1.01 m / 3.31 ft |
The 1:28 p.m. high tide is exceptionally high, so waterfront visitors should use caution around rapidly rising water and slippery shore areas.
Today’s Snapshot
Local: Vision of the Seas arrives at Port Saint John
Traffic: Germain Street closure extended through today
Public safety: Police scam warning remains active
Business: Strong September cruise activity continues
Events: Indigenous heritage session, Grief Café and community events
Weather: Showers, northeast winds, high near 15°C
Tides: Very high tide around 1:28 p.m., approximately 8.25 m
Key sources: City of Saint John
· Saint John Police Force · Environment Canada — Saint John Forecast · Your Saint John Events · Saint John tide information